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LA Clippers vs Washington-Wizards January 23rd 2025
At 10:30 ET, the Wizards and Clippers will tip-off in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers (-877) are favored by 13.5 points over the Wizards (+589). The over/under line is currently sitting at 224 points.
Washington (6-36) has lost 11 straight games and is 15th in the Eastern Conference. Los Angeles (24-19) has dropped two straight and is 6th in the Western Conference.
Wizards vs. Clippers Key Information
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Washington Wizards at Los Angeles Clippers
- Where: Inglewood at Intuit Dome
- Date: Thursday, January 23rd
- Betting Odds LAC -13.5, WAS +589 | LAC -877 O/U 224
The Wizards Can Win If…
The Wizards dropped to 6-36 on the season after a 111-88 loss to the Lakers on Tuesday. Washington, who entered as +13.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 199 fell well short of the 227.5 O/U line.
Washington stayed within striking distance through three quarters, trailing 89-77 heading into the 4th. However, they managed just 11 points in the final period while allowing 22, leading to the 23-point loss.
In their 111-88 loss to the Lakers, the Wizards struggled offensively, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 25.6% from beyond the arc. They hit 11 threes, with Jordan Poole connecting on 4, though he shot only 27.8% overall.
Bilal Coulibaly led Washington with 17 points, 12 of which came in the 3rd quarter. Poole and Corey Kispert each added 15 points, with Kispert hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.
Defensively, the Wizards gave up 111 points to the Lakers, allowing 29 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in both the 2nd and 3rd. They tightened up in the 4th, holding the Lakers to 22 points. Washington allowed Los Angeles to shoot 47% from the field.
From beyond the arc, the Wizards limited the Lakers to 11 made threes on 32% shooting. Washington sent the Lakers to the line 18 times, where they hit 14 free throws. The Wizards grabbed 37 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 8 blocks.
- Although Washington has a straight up record of 0-10 in their last ten road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 3-6-1. The team averaged 102 points per game in these games.
- Looking back on the team’s last five games as the underdog, the Wizards have a straight up record of 0-5. Their record vs the spread in these games was 3-2.
- Over their last five games, the Wizards have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
The Clippers Can Win If…
The Clippers fell to 24-19 on the season after a 117-113 loss to the Celtics on Wednesday. Despite being +11.5 point underdogs, they managed to cover the spread at home. The total score of 230 points went over the 217-point line.
After leading 84-81 going into the 4th quarter, the Clippers were hit by a 13-0 Celtics run, which took the score from 89-85 to 102-85. LA struggled to recover, scoring just 19 points in the final period.
In their 117-113 loss to the Celtics, the Clippers shot 52.2% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 32.1% clip. Derrick Jones Jr. led the way with 29 points, 17 of which came in the opening quarter, and he also added 7 rebounds and 3 assists, shooting 60% from the field and 57.1% from three.
Kevin Porter Jr. contributed 26 points, 13 of which came in the 3rd quarter, along with 7 rebounds and 7 assists, shooting 57.1% from the field. Amir Coffey added 24 points, scoring 12 in the 2nd quarter and another 7 in the 4th.
Defensively, the Clippers struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 33 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd and 4th, allowing just 21 and 22 points, respectively. Overall, they held the Celtics to 45% shooting.
From beyond the arc, the Clippers allowed 19 threes on 38% shooting. They sent the Celtics to the line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Clippers finished with 31 defensive rebounds, 11 steals, and 6 blocks.
- Through their last ten home contests, the Clippers offense has averaged 105 points per game while allowing an average of 111. Los Angeles posted an overall record of 4-6 while going 4-6 ATS.
- The Clippers have played well in their last three games as the betting favorite, going 2-1 straight up and 2-1 against the spread.
- In their last three games, the Clippers have an over/under record of 2-1 and are 2-1 vs. the spread.
The Lean
Coming in as the underdogs at +13.5, we have the Wizards as the way to go on the point spread. Not only do we have them covering, but our projections show they have a good one of winning this one straight-up, if you’re looking for a higher payout on the moneyline.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 224, and our model projects the Wizards and Clippers to reach a combined total of 172 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
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Struggling Wizards Visit Injury-Plagued Clippers in L.A.
The Washington Wizards, mired in an 11-game losing streak, head to Inglewood on Thursday night to face a Los Angeles Clippers team grappling with injuries and a packed schedule.
Clippers Battle Attrition
The Clippers enter their fourth game in five days, a grueling stretch created by a rescheduled game earlier this month due to wildfires. Despite missing four starters — Kawhi Leonard (rest), James Harden (groin), Norman Powell (back), and Ivica Zubac (eye) — the Clippers pushed the Boston Celtics to overtime on Wednesday before falling 117-113.
Coach Tyronn Lue highlighted positives from his team’s fight:
“A lot of positives for the young guys. Just hate to see a loss like that.”
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Leonard, sidelined with knee soreness, could return Thursday, while Zubac remains questionable after being poked in the eye earlier this week. Derrick Jones Jr. led the Clippers with 29 points against Boston, while Kevin Porter Jr. and Amir Coffey added 26 and 24 points, respectively.
Wizards Seek Answers
The Wizards are midway through a six-game Western Conference road trip, fresh off back-to-back 23-point losses, including a 111-88 defeat to the Lakers on Tuesday. Washington coach Brian Keefe pointed to inconsistency as a key issue:
“There were good stretches with ball movement, but we didn’t execute consistently.”
Bilal Coulibaly led Washington with 17 points against the Lakers, while Jordan Poole and Corey Kispert added 15 apiece. Rookie center Alex Sarr had a standout game with a career-high five blocks, showcasing his potential as a defensive anchor.
Key Players to Watch
- Clippers: Kawhi Leonard’s return could provide much-needed stability. Derrick Jones Jr. and Kevin Porter Jr. will aim to maintain their offensive rhythm.
- Wizards: Jordan Poole continues to lead Washington with 21.4 points per game, while Alex Sarr is showing growth with 11.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, and defensive prowess.
What’s at Stake
The Clippers are looking to bounce back after a narrow loss and maintain momentum despite injuries, while the Wizards are desperate to snap their losing streak and find some consistency.
Can the Clippers’ depth carry them, or will the Wizards finally break their slump? Tune in for an intense showdown in Los Angeles.
